Bike Check: The Thrill of Axelle ETIENNE (FRA)

May 18, 2020

Written by Bart de Jong

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Name: Axelle ETIENNE
Sponsors: Thrill bmx, Armée de champions, Lead racewear, In’oya, Eona, HT components, Bike’n co, Tangent products, Lempdes Bmx Auvergne, Le coq sportif, Fist hand wear, 100%
Mechanic: Myself ?

How is the Thrill frame treating you so far?
Axelle Etienne: I love this bike. It’s light and stable and I feel really comfortable on it. I ride on this bike since few month and I can’t wait to do more races with it!

Grey frame, all black parts and golden hubs. Any reason for the colour of the hubs?
Axelle Etienne: I like gold haha. I like to have some different colors on my bike.

What is the geometry and length of your frame?
Axelle Etienne: It’s a pro XXXL

Do you like Aluminium frames?
Axelle Etienne: Yes I tried a Carbon frame a few years ago but my favorite is definitely the Aluminium’s one!

Did you cut the width of your handlebars?
Axelle Etienne: Yes, I remove 2cm

Do you have something customized to make your bike more personal and perfect for you?
Axelle Etienne: No I wanted a new frame color but with the Corona it has become complicated.

Usual tire pressure?
Axelle Etienne: 6bars

What's a bike part you change on a regular basis?
Axelle Etienne: I always change my Chain.

Does one bike last you a full year of riding/racing?
Axelle Etienne: I need two bikes for a full year of riding. But I’m totally open to have a 3rd one

Please take us through your parts list:

Frame - Thrill bmx
Fork - Answer
Bars - Flat Iron Tangente
Grips - ODI
Stem - Tangent
Headset - Tangent
Brake lever - Answer
Brake - Answer
Cranks - Shimano DXR
Pedals - Ht X2
Sprocket - Maikun
BB - Shimano
Chain - KMC
Seat - Tangent
Seatpost - Tangent
Seatpost clamp - Tangent
Front hub - Stealth
Rear hub - Stealth
Front rim - Max
Rear rim - Max
Spokes - Max
Tires - Maxxis
Tubes - Michelin